Kartell uses AI-generated paintings as exhibition backdrop at Salone del Mobile
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Rima Sabina Aouf
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Italian furniture brand Kartell unveiled its new products at Salone del Mobile against a backdrop of colorful expressionistic paintings that were secretly generated by artificial intelligence. The AI-created artworks, unannounced to visitors, served as the visual setting for new designs by Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola, and Barber Osgerby, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional furniture design in an innovative exhibition approach.
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Italian furniture brand Kartell has presented its new products at Salone del Mobile against a backdrop of colourful expressionistic paintings – all, unannounced to visitors, generated by artificial intelligence.
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